Auckland
New Zealand
Updated on August 21, 2025
Overview
Auckland offers a mild climate and a high quality of life. Housing costs are high but vary by neighborhood. The job market is diverse, with strengths in tech, healthcare, and education. Public transport is improving but still limited; many rely on cars. Healthcare access is good through public and private systems. The city is safe with a multicultural population and active community life. Cost of living is above average for New Zealand.
Average cost of living€1,638.89
Quality of Life90/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€600.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,114.00
1-bed flat (outside)€981.68
3-bed flat (center)€2,124.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,616.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€123.00
Internet€41.81
Mobile plan€26.13
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.38
Monthly pass€111.70
Taxi start€1.81
Gasoline (1 l)€1.42
Leisure
Cinema ticket€12.92
Fitness club€30.67
Education
Preschool (month)€776.33
Intl. primary (year)€11,674.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€6,574.00
sqm outside center€5,780.00
Advantages
- ✓ Mild climate year-round
- ✓ Good healthcare access
- ✓ Diverse job market
- ✓ Safe and multicultural
- ✓ Improving public transport
Disadvantages
- × High housing costs
- × Limited public transport coverage
- × Cost of living above national average
- × Traffic congestion
- × Distance from major global hubs